Parenting Magazine just came up with their list of the top cities in the country for families. Arlington, Virginia topped the list primarily because of its quality education, low unemployment rates and low crime rates.
Memorial Day 2010 Observance at Arlington National Cemetery
Several events are going on this weekend at Arlington National Cemetery to observe Memorial day. Over 250,000 American flags were placed on the gravesites by the Old Guard in a tradition called “Flags In” and they will remain on the gravesites until Monday evening. A new “Price of Freedom” statue was unveiled on May 29th, 2010 and will be on display in the Visitor’s Center. And a Memorial Day Observance ceremony will be held on Monday at 10:30 am at the amphitheatre with a wreath laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldiers at 11. Plan to arrive early as access to the amphitheatre will be limited for security reasons. It is suggested that visitors plan to be at the amphitheatre or the Tomb of the Unknowns by 9:30 a.m.
Old Homes can be Green Homes
The Arlington Heritage Alliance will be holding its annual meeting on May 25th at the Lyon Park Community Center with a panel of experts discussing how “Old Homes can be Green Homes” and offering tips on how to make your old home energy effficient without sacrificing its historic character. For more information click here.
National Bike Month
Did you know that May is National Bike Month?
Two local events are coming up that will help you participate. May 21st, 2010 is Bike to Work Day and Arlington will host three pit stops to make your ride more enjoyable. If you register, you will be able to get a free t-shirt at the pit stop and be able to participate in raffles and demos as well as get free food and drink.
Then on Sunday, May 23rd, certain streets in DC and Arlington will be blocked off for Bike DC’s Washington and Arlington Community Bike Ride.
Long and Foster's Market Minute for April is Here
Neighborhood Day is Saturday, May 15th
Neighborhood Day is coming up this Saturday May 15th, 2010. Many neighborhoods in Arlington will be hosting special celebrations, yard sales, fitness runs, clean-up events or get togethers. In the Bluemont neighborhood, the US Army Military District of Washington will be performing its Twilight Tattoo in Bluemont Park at 6 PM.
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